© CGB
© CGB
Tetrassaria - Gordianus III Mesambria
| Bronze | 10.80 g | 26.5 mm |
| Issuer | Mesambria (Thracia) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Gordian III (Marcus Antonius Gordianus) (238-244) |
| Empress | Tranquillina (Furia Sabina Tranquillina) (241-244) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 241-244 |
| Value | Tetrassaria |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 10.80 g |
| Diameter | 26.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#45588 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Hygieia standing right, feeding serpent from patera.
Script: Greek
Lettering: MECAMBPIANΩN
Interesting fact
The Tetrassaria coin featuring Gordianus III (241-244 AD) from Mesambria (Thracia) is notable for its unique design. On one side, it features the image of Gordianus III with a radiate crown, while on the other side, it depicts the goddess Diana standing on a rock, holding a hunting spear and a deer. This coin is a rare example of a Roman imperial coin that features a provincial deity, highlighting the cultural exchange and influence of local beliefs during the Roman Empire.
